Archive for Poor Protagonist

I Was Reincarnated as a Poor Farmer in a Different World, so I Decided to Make Bricks to Build a Castle
I Was Reincarnated as a Poor Farmer in a Different World, so I Decided to Make Bricks to Build a CastleJapanese
Web Novel
3.4

A baby was born in a world of swords and magic, crying innocently. The boy held the memory of Japan, a different world from the world he lived in. However, he was born as the son of a poor farmer. The boy, who witnessed the harsh reality, was driven off to the situation that couldn’t be called a “slow life”. Using his specialty, earth magic, the boy initiated to fill his hungry stomach.

Maou Dakedo Yuushano Koto Kokuso Suru Kotoni Shitakara
Maou Dakedo Yuushano Koto Kokuso Suru Kotoni ShitakaraJapanese
Web Novel
3.9

Fifty years have passed since the demon lord’s defeat. Working as a lawyer in a country that honors law, justice, and order, Daniel Lockhart became the court-appointed attorney for the defendant of a certain incident. The girl who proclaims herself the descendant of the hero has been arrested for murder charges.

My Engagement Got Broken, But I Don’t Remember Getting Engaged in the First Place
My Engagement Got Broken, But I Don’t Remember Getting Engaged in the First PlaceJapanese
Web Novel
3.3

“Nora Kranz, I can’t marry you. I’m breaking our engagement.” An evening party where a multitude of people have assembled. A handsome gentleman with grayish brown hair accompanied by a beautiful lady called out to her. Amidst the murmurs of the crowd speculating whether it was a case of a stolen love affair or a love triangle, Nora opened her mouth. “I don’t remember getting engaged in the first place… Who are you?” Just then, a gentleman with the same grayish brown hair approached them and asked Nora’s hand for engagement. This is the story of a poor Baron’s daughter as she is strung along by a pair of twin noblemen.

Negai o Kanaete Moraou to Akuma o Shōkan Shitakedo, Kawaikattanode Kekkonshimashita ~ Akuma no Nīdzuma ~
Negai o Kanaete Moraou to Akuma o Shōkan Shitakedo, Kawaikattanode Kekkonshimashita ~ Akuma no Nīdzuma ~Japanese
Web Novel
4.0

Theo Asper was a member of the mercenary guild, who had joined and been expelled from several adventurer parties. The reason was simple, he was weak. Wishing he was stronger, he summoned a devil to make his wish come true. But the moment he laid eyes on the devil he summoned… “I will grant you your wish, but in return I will take something important…” “Please m-marry me!” “…Ah?” His thoughts of becoming stronger left his mind without a trace. The devil granted his wish, and they became a couple. “Helvi… Can we hold hands?” “…Ah, yes. (You’re so cute! Ah… I want to assault you right here and now. As soon as we get home…)” This is a slightly lewd (?) story of a timid boy and an assertive devil marrying and living happily, even as there is a great fuss being made around them.

Promise Me a Life With Three Meals and a Nap, Duke
Promise Me a Life With Three Meals and a Nap, DukeJapanese
Web Novel
2.9

Despite being a Count’s daughter, Risha always had dark circles under her eyes. In addition, her skin and hair were ragged, and she was skinny. The dress she wore didn’t match her figure at all. In comparison, the daughter of the woman who became the Count’s second wife had a lovely, beautiful face, even though one of her parents was a commoner. Unable to tell which of them had legitimate noble blood, Risha was ridiculed in social circles. Then one day, someone proposed to Risha. He was the Duke of Lindbeld, an exceptionally handsome, straight-laced man. The Duke didn’t want to marry, but got annoyed by the people around him who kept nagging him to do so. Moreover, he was tired of the lady who kept hounding him. He was looking for a young lady who would be willing to be his nominal wife, who would not interfere in his work or in his personal life. So Risha, who has no interest in the Duke of Lindbeld whatsoever, was selected. Risha put forward one condition for the marriage. She said that she would marry him if he provided her with three meals, a nap, and a minimum standard of living. In fact, Risha was always busy and sleep-deprived as a result of her father and step-mother’s work. She’d be free from this busyness! How wonderful! She married with tears in her eyes!

Rebuild World (WN)
Rebuild World (WN)Japanese
Web Novel
4.4

Akira, was born in the slum and wishes to get out but the only way he could was to risk his life in these ruins as a hunter. These ruins, known as the Old World, were danger zones where beasts roam; buildings crumble, and other humans hunt their own… Though Akira had expected to face death countless times there, he had never expected to meet a naked woman there. Standing exposed with her curvaceous curves and bosom out for all to admire, Alpha, the breathtaking beauty stood there, looking back at him. This mysterious enchantress walked towards Akira and…

Reiko’s Manners – She’s Referred To As A Villainess, But Actually She’s Just Penniless
Reiko’s Manners – She’s Referred To As A Villainess, But Actually She’s Just PennilessJapanese
Web Novel
4.0

I am Kujouin Reiko, a poor lady living without my parents. My Grandmother, who died 2 months ago was a self-indulgent Ojou-sama, who actually has no ability to look after herself. My Father left the infant me after having led the Kujouin family to ruin, and is still missing. It was my Grandmother’s maid, Fuki-san, who brought me up. Thanks to Fuki-san, I was able to acquire the ability to look after myself. Meanwhile, my Grandmother, whose pride was tall enough to tower over Mt. Everest, instilled in me disciplines that the daughter of the Kujouin family ought to have. She sat up a piano in our modest rented house and gave me strict guidance. She did the same for dance, manners, and language too. My Grandmother had been studying piano in Europe for a long time. I decided to enroll in the high school of the prestigious Meisei Private Academy, which has a special scholarship system, but was tackled from behind on the day of the entrance ceremony, and was tackled by Sakurada Yuria, who called me, “Villainess young lady” apparently believes that this world is that of an Otome Game. She makes sure I stay away from her childhood friends (whom she called, ‘capture targets’), and makes great effort to stick the heroine, Yuuki Miu, and the capture target, Takanashi Ryou, together. I don’t have the time to be bothered about that though, because of the state of poverty I am in. Meanwhile, it turns out that the house where our maid, Fuki-san, finds retirement is the house of the very same Takanashi Ryou, the capture target. Fuki-san was apparently the great-grandmother of Takanashi Ryou. He accuses me of pushing Fuki-san around but I just want to see her again. At such a time, I lose my home to a landslide. Do your best, dear Me! Don’t give up, dear Me!

Ryuu Kusari no Ori -Kokoro no Uchi no “Kokoro”- (WN)
Ryuu Kusari no Ori -Kokoro no Uchi no “Kokoro”- (WN)Japanese
Web Novel
3.5

Solminati Academy is a gathering place for youngsters with dreams, hopes, ambitions, and various thoughts. There was a boy here who entered the school to support his beloved’s dream. However, the boy’s ability, which he had only thought of, did not improve. He was laughed at by the people around him, he had no friends, his lover was separated from him, and his steps stopped. However, he meets an old woman, and that encounter triggers a gradual change in the boy. This is the story of a boy who starts to realise his true strength.

Takane no Hana (WN)
Takane no Hana (WN)Japanese
Web Novel
4.0

Hinako Konohana is a true young lady. Her family’s Konohana Group is a conglomerate with total assets of 300 trillion yen. She attends one of the most prestigious schools in Japan, and her talent and beauty are completely out of reach for me, an ordinary citizen. But then, one day. I find out who she really is. On the surface, Hinako Konohana is a perfect young lady, but in reality, she is a girl with no life skills or common sense. By chance, I end up taking care of this young lady for a while, and before I know it, she’s taken a liking to me―. “I want this person.” According to the words from the top ― whoop, I was kidnapped by the Konohana family and became a live-in employee. In addition, I ended up attending the same prestigious school as the young lady’s caretaker. This is the story of a commoner who feels constrained at a prestigious school where the children of the rich and powerful attend. As the caretaker, my mission is to protect Hinako Konohana’s reputation as the “perfect young lady” until she graduates.

The Master of the Brave
The Master of the BraveJapanese
Web Novel
4.0

After losing his parents, he yearns to become a Knight, the poor boy Wynn Byrd diligently trained himself. However, it was hopeless for him to become a Knight, because his magical power was too low, he can’t pass the Knight examination so he was labeled with the unpleasant title of 『Eternal Knight Cadet』. But one day the Brave defeated the Demon King and saved the world. The Brave was a peerless beauty and she gained attention from the entire world. However, the Brave declared to the world. 「I will return to my Master’s (Teacher) side, Wynn Byrd.」 This is the story about a boy who somehow changed his class from 『Eternal Knight Cadet』 to 『Brave’s Master』.